Australia visa for Canadian citizens
Canadian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Australia.
ETA required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: (3 days ago)
- Status
- ETA required
- Max stay
- 90 days
- Official cost
- 20 AUD
- Before departure
- Apply online before you fly
Cost note
Australian ETA app service charge. There is no additional ETA visa application charge.
What you need
- valid e-passport
- approved ETA before boarding
- return or onward ticket
Official source
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.
Why this verdict
Canadian passport holders are in Australia's ETA-eligible cohort and apply through the Australian ETA app before travel. The ETA allows tourist or short business visits of up to 3 months at a time.
Frequently asked questions
- Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Australia?
- Canadian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Australia. (ETA required.)
- How long can Canadian passport holders stay in Australia?
- Up to 90 days.
- How much does the Australia entry cost for Canadian citizens?
- The official fee is 20 AUD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.